Asking a Patient to Explain the Meaning of Proverbs Such

question 75

Multiple Choice

Asking a patient to explain the meaning of proverbs such as "The early bird catches the worm" may assist a neuropsychologist in assessing a cognitive deficit in which area?

• A) planning
• B) vocabulary
• C) abstraction
• D) orientation

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Definitions:

Breaking Bad News

The delicate process of delivering unfavorable or distressing information in a considerate and supportive manner.

Employees

Individuals who are hired to work for another person or business in exchange for compensation.

Public

The general population or the community at large, often referenced in the context of public opinion, public spaces, or public services.

Bad-news Message

Communication designed to convey unfortunate or disappointing information to the recipient in a sensitive and understanding manner.